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UK Launches Operation Southern Sovereignty in South Georgia

1/1/2026

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In late December 2025, the United Kingdom conducted Operation Southern Sovereignty across South Georgia and Ascension Island with the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force.
The operation was coordinated from HMS Forth and included RAF Typhoon air support and an A400M transport aircraft.
Brigadier Charlie Harmer said the mission tested joint force structure and deterred aggression, with Royal Irish Regiment troops deployed from the ship to demonstrate response.

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In late December 2025, the United Kingdom conducted Operation Southern Sovereignty across South Georgia and Ascension Island with the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force.
The operation was coordinated from HMS Forth and included RAF Typhoon air support and an A400M transport aircraft.
Brigadier Charlie Harmer said the mission tested joint force structure and deterred aggression, with Royal Irish Regiment troops deployed from the ship to demonstrate response.